Turkey, often called the land of contrasts, is a virtual paradise of sun, sea, mountains, and lakes that offers the vacationer a variety of activities all year round.  Ranging from water sports to mountain trekking, skiing, archaeology to night-clubbing and river rafting, there is an enormous selection of things to see and do in Turkey.  Plus, traveling throughout the country, whether by plane, yacht or tour bus is a cinch. 

From April to October, most places in Turkey have an ideal climate that is perfect for relaxing on sandy beaches or enjoying the tranquility of mountains and lakes. Turkey’s beautiful shorelines attract yachters from all over the world for its spectacular Blue Voyage Cruise along the Mediterranean and southern Aegean coastlines.  Water sports such as windsurfing, water-skiing and snorkeling are also big in Turkey and its underwater treasures in the depths off the Turkish coasts are a diver’s dream come true.  

For mountain climbers and hikers Turkey offers plenty of magnificent ranges throughout the country, some virtually unexplored.  There are considerable forests in northeastern Anatolia, the Black Sea area and along the Mediterranean coast, west of Antalya.  Great swaths of wild flowers cover the steppes in spring making fine splashes of color.  Cycling through Turkey is eminently possible and delightful.  Downhill and cross-country skiing and snowboarding are as sophisticated in Turkey as in Europe or the United States, with many opportunities throughout the country including Uludag near Bursa, on Mt Erciyes near Kayseri, and at Palandöken near Erzurum. 

Serious golfers too are attracted to Turkey from many parts of the world for its wide selection of beautiful and professional courses and golf resorts located on the Mediterranean near Antalya, as well as in Istanbul and Ankara.

There is so much to see and do in Turkey that one visit will not be enough.  Each destination in Turkey is different but all have one thing in common: the friendly and hospitable people of this unique country.  Click here to read more about top destinations in Turkey

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